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Ingredients:
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 lb crab meat
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 bay leaf
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt and pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 carrot, finely chopped
Directions:
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, celery, and carrot. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for another 2 minutes, until the mixture is well combined and slightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in the seafood or chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the heavy cream, milk, white wine, tomato paste, bay leaf, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and crab meat. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Remove the bay leaf and discard. Using an immersion blender, blend the bisque until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only a portion of the soup.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
